C9500-16X-E - Cisco Switch Catalyst 9500
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C9500-16X-E Overview
Catalyst 9500 16-port 10Gig switch, Essentials C9500-16X-E
Overview
C9500-16X-E Overview
Cisco Catalyst SWITCH NETWORK ESSENTIALS IN, Managed, L2/L3, Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
C9500-16X-E is a Cisco Catalyst 9500 16-port 10G switch, NW Ess. License. The Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Switches are the next generation of enterprise-class core and aggregation layer switches, supporting full programmability and serviceability. Based on an x86 CPU, the Catalyst 9500 Series is Cisco's lead purpose-built fixed core and aggregation enterprise switching platform, built for security, IoT, and cloud. The Catalyst 9500 Series is the industry's first purpose-built 40 Gigabit Ethernet line of switches targeted for the enterprise campus.
Quick Specs
Product Code | C9500-16X-E |
Description | Cisco Catalyst 9500 16-port 10G switch, NW Ess. License |
Switching capacity | Up to 480 Gbps |
Forwarding rate | Up to 360 Mpps |
DRAM | 16 G |
Flash | 16 G |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 17.5 x 21.52 in |
Rack units (RU) | 1 RU |
Product Details
Highlights of Catalyst 9500 1/10-G 16- and 40-port switches: C9500-16X, C9500-48X
· 16 to 40 ports of 1/10 G with rich campus features
· SFP/SFP+, 8 x 1/10 G or 2 x 40 G uplinks
· Secure segmentation with SD-Access
· MPLS Level 2/3 VPNs, MVPN; flexible design templates
· Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty (E-LLW)
Compare to Similar Item
Product Code | C9500-16X-E | |
Description | Cisco Catalyst 9500 16-port 10G switch, NW Ess. License | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series high performance 32-port 100G switch, NW Adv. License |
Switching capacity | Up to 480 Gbps | Up to 6.4 Tbps |
Forwarding rate | Up to 360 Mpps | Up to 2 Bpps |
DRAM | 16 G | 16 G |
Flash | 16 G | 16 G |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 17.5 x 21.52 in | 1.73 x 17.5 x 21.2 in |
Rack units (RU) | 1 RU | 1RU |
Cisco Catalyst 9500 16-port 10G switch, NW Ess. License, spare
- Managed L2/L3 Web-based management
- Quality of Service (QoS) support
- Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity: 16
- 10G support
Summary Description
Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-E=, Managed, L2/L3, Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
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Specification
C9500-16X-E Specification
C9500-16X-E Specification | |
Performance specifications | |
Switching capacity | Up to 480 Gbps |
Forwarding rate | Up to 360 Mpps |
Total number of MAC addresses | Up to 64,000 |
Total number of IPv4 routes (Address Resolution Protocol [ARP] plus learned routes) | Up to 64,000 indirect Up to 80,000 host |
Total number of IPv6 routes | Up to 32,000 indirect Up to 40,000 host |
QoS ACL scale | Up to 18000 |
Security ACL scale | Up to 18000 |
FNF entries | Up to 512,000 |
DRAM | 16 GB |
Flash | 16 GB |
VLAN IDs | 4000 |
Total Switched Virtual Interfaces (SVIs) | 4000 |
Jumbo frame | 9198 bytes |
Power supply specifications | |
Power Supply Selection | PWR-C4-950WAC-R or PWR-C4-950WDC-R |
Power max rating | 950 W |
Dimensions, physical specifications, weight, and MTBF | |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 17.5 x 21.52 in |
Rack units (RU) | 1 RU |
Input voltage | 90 to 264 VAC |
Operating temperature | 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C) |
Storage temperature | -4° to 149°F (-20° to 65°C) |
Relative humidity operating and nonoperating noncondensing | Ambient (noncondensing) operating: 5% to 90% Ambient (noncondensing) nonoperating and storage: 5% to 95% |
Altitude | Operation up to 6000 feet at 55°C and 13,000 feet at 45°C |
MTBF (hours) | 315,790 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What primary use case is the Cisco C9500-16X-E designed for in an enterprise network? +
The Cisco C9500-16X-E is engineered as a high-performance fixed core or aggregation switch. It is ideal for campus backbone deployments requiring high-density 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. Its architecture provides the low-latency switching capacity necessary to support bandwidth-intensive applications and high-speed uplink requirements in large enterprise environments.
Does the C9500-16X-E support advanced Layer 3 routing protocols? +
This model comes with the Network Essentials license, which provides foundational Layer 3 routing capabilities. It supports essential protocols such as OSPF, EIGRP, and RIP, making it a robust choice for routed access and core environments where dynamic internal routing is required to manage traffic between VLANs and across the campus network.
How many 10G ports does the C9500-16X-E offer for network connectivity? +
The C9500-16X-E features 16 fixed 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports. This dense port configuration allows you to aggregate multiple high-speed uplinks from downstream access switches or connect high-performance servers and storage arrays directly to the core, ensuring maximum throughput across your 10G-enabled infrastructure.
What is the significance of the 'Essentials' license on this Catalyst 9500 model? +
The Network Essentials license enables a comprehensive set of base features, including advanced security, Quality of Service (QoS), and Layer 2/Layer 3 switching protocols. It is designed for businesses that require a stable, scalable switching foundation without the additional complexity of the Network Advantage license features like MPLS or advanced BGP capabilities.
Can the C9500-16X-E be managed using Cisco DNA Center? +
Yes, this switch is designed for integration into a Cisco DNA-enabled software-defined access architecture. It supports centralized management, automated provisioning, and comprehensive network visibility when deployed within a DNA Center environment. This streamlines lifecycle management and allows for more efficient policy enforcement across your entire distributed campus network.
What hardware redundancy features are built into the C9500-16X-E? +
To ensure maximum uptime for mission-critical core operations, the C9500-16X-E supports field-replaceable, redundant power supplies and fans. This design allows for continuous operation during maintenance or hardware failure events, providing the high level of reliability and fault tolerance required by data centers and enterprise campus core layers.
How does the C9500-16X-E handle high-bandwidth traffic? +
This switch utilizes a high-performance ASIC architecture specifically optimized for line-rate 10G forwarding. It handles heavy traffic loads with minimal latency and jitter, ensuring that high-speed data transmission remains stable even during peak operational hours. It is purpose-built to eliminate bottlenecks in bandwidth-hungry network segments.
Is the C9500-16X-E compatible with existing Cisco Catalyst 9000 infrastructure? +
The C9500-16X-E is fully compatible with the broader Catalyst 9000 family, allowing for seamless integration into existing deployments. It utilizes the same Cisco IOS XE operating system, which ensures consistent configuration, management, and security policies across your access, aggregation, and core layers, simplifying the operational workflow for network administrators.
How can I obtain a bulk quote for multiple C9500-16X-E switches? +
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